Coal

Coal Discovered by Europeans

Jan 1, 1791

Coal was first discovered by Europeans at the mouth of the Hunter River in New South Wales, Australia.

First Coalmine in Australia Established

Jan 1, 1801

The first coalmine in Australia is established at the mouth of the hunter river.

Permanent Settlement established at Hunter River (Newcastle)

Jan 1, 1804

In 1804, Governor KIng set up a permanent settlement at the Hunter River. He named the settlement Newcastle.